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Home Contact Us Interesting Links Disclaimer		FireplaceGuide.com » Fireplace Inserts Fireplace Inserts: Easy To Add Efficiency When you are in the market for fireplace inserts, one thing you have to look for are inserts that will give you years of service. The type of insert you buy depends on the fuel you want to burn in the fireplace. For example, you can buy wood burning fireplace inserts and those that burn gas. Just to give you general information regarding fireplace inserts, an insert is basically a small stove that you set into the fireplace. In addition to providing heat and a cozy feeling, an insert adds an element of elegance to any fireplace. A typical insert consists of glass doors so that the chimney doesn't draw all the heat upwards and not let it radiate out into the room. With gas inserts, you have a temperature control so that it doesn't get too hot. With wood, you basically have to let the fire die down to control the heat, but with either one, you can have a blower that blows the heat where you want it. It doesn't matter which type of fireplace insert you choose because you can still get delightful designs that will complement any fireplace. If you already have an older fireplace that you haven't used in years and was originally intended for burning coal, once you check out the chimney to make sure it is in good condition and confirm that your local codes allow it, you may be able to purchase a small wood or gas-burning insert that will fit perfectly. This type of insert is open and does not have a glass front. You can control the heat by using a remote control and a simple 9V battery handles the ignition. All you have to do is make sure you have an special chimney liner installed. A local mason can help you with this. There are two ways you can get the vents you need when you use a fireplace insert. A natural vent uses the air in the room for combustion and the fumes go up the chimney. You can also use direct vent, but you need a chimney with two sections and a liner in each one. The combustion air comes in through one of the liners and the fumes go out through the other one. The venting system you choose depends on the room and the type of chimney that you have. You won't have to worry about wasted energy when you use a fireplace inserts. The inserts on the market are designed to be energy efficient, giving you the comfort and warmth that you need from your fireplace. With the high cost of heating fuels and electricity many people are turning to using their fireplaces more and more to help heat their homes. You can have the fireplace inserts factory built and even order them on the Internet. The one you choose depends on the depth of the hearth and whether you want them vented through a chimney. Some of the inserts have their own vents so that you can still use them in your fireplace even though you don't have a chimney (check local codes and the instructions). The styles of the inserts range from classic to colonial to very contemporary designs. You are the only one that can choose the look you want for your fireplace. Back to top
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